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Researchers are using virus-like particles to develop a safer, cheaper polio vaccine to help eradicate the disease once and for all.
Recent research suggested cutting back on dairy, gluten, caffeine and alcohol could improve endometriosis pain. But here’s what to consider before making big changes.
A new study has found improving cleaning practices in hospital could make a big difference. Here’s what the researchers did.
To many autistic people, the puzzle piece represents stigma, exclusion and a harmful push to make them conform.
Here’s what an incoming government needs to have on its radar when it comes to aged care.
Silicosis is a serious, incurable lung disease caused by inhaling small particles of silica dust.
A new review recommends lifting the ban on seven complementary therapies. Nine others remain prohibited.
Kidney damage, then, can affect almost part of your body – but there are simple lifestyle changes you can make today to avoid harming your kidneys tomorrow.
The World Health Organization estimates that 43% of children have tooth decay worldwide and 20% of children aged 5-19 years are overweight or living with obesity.
Here’s what the government’s new funding package for mental health gets right – and where it falls short.
Moving your body can have a big impact on your brain – and it doesn’t have to be a workout at the gym.
The major parties say they won’t use the PBS as a bargaining chip in US tariff negotiations. They also need to resist pressure to slow down access to generic drugs.
Urophagia, also known as urine therapy, is the practice of drinking urine. Here’s why the social media health trend is promoted by influencers – but not by doctors.
It’s safe to get a COVID vaccine and a flu shot at the same time. Here’s what else you need to know.
Patients have been slow to sign up for MyMedicare. But what is MyMedicare? And how could we learn from other countries to help patients enrol?
Our special election series on the major reform challenges facing the nation begins with an overview of the policy priorities the next government must pursue.
Here’s how your body might respond when you turn your clock back an hour on Saturday night.
Accidentally taking heroin when you thought it was cocaine or methamphetamine can be deadly, new research confirms. Here’s what to watch out for.
It’s difficult to predict what this year’s flu season is going to be like. But it’s a good time to start thinking about vaccination.
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